Vancouver Real Estate Video Blogs by Ian Watt

Ian Watt, realtor in Downtown Vancouver Canada takes a new approach to marketing - the vlog or video blog. It’s candid, it’s raw, it’s opinionated, it’s unedited and it is original. As the Vancouver Sun newspaper says "Ian Watt is the star of his own business video, transforming his blog into a live show in which he tours Vancouver dispensing advice, hitting real estate hot buttons, winning over fans and enraging critics."




Vancouver Condo Real Estate Video Blog #700 - January 9, 2012

The Olympic Village Vancouver 2011 Real Estate Year in Review


Ian Watt video blogs about the Olympic Village Real Estate and the most expensive condos sold, the cheapest condos sold, the average price per square foot sold, and how many days on the market for the average unit sold in 2011. If you want to voice your opinion or if you don't care for Ian's comments please email your feedback to ianwatt@ianwatt.ca and visit http://www.ianwatt.ca/RealEstateVideos for all the Ian Watt Real Estate Video Blogs. Please note that opinions, real estate practices, prices and data always changes over time, so please keep in mind the date when this video was published as the information could have become irrelevant over the past days, months and years. Copyright iWatt Media © All Rights Reserved 2011 http://www.iwatt.ca/ .

 



 

Vancouver Condo Real Estate Video Blog #699 - January 3, 2012

Downtown Vancouver 2011 Real Estate Year in Review

Ian Watt video blogs about Downtown Real Estate and the most expensive condos sold, the cheapest condos sold, the average price per square foot sold, and how many days on the market for the average unit sold in 2011. If you want to voice your opinion or if you don't care for Ian's comments please email your feedback to ianwatt@ianwatt.ca and visit http://www.ianwatt.ca/RealEstateVideos for all the Ian Watt Real Estate Video Blogs. Please note that opinions, real estate practices, prices and data always changes over time, so please keep in mind the date when this video was published as the information could have become irrelevant over the past days, months and years. Copyright iWatt Media © All Rights Reserved 2011 http://www.iwatt.ca/ .



Vancouver Condo Real Estate Video Blog #698 - December 16, 2011

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Downtown Vancouver

Ian Watt video blogs his last video blog of the year wishing you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Also Ian reminds you that in the new year Ian will be video blogging the 2011 Year in Review analyzing all aspects of the Downtown Vancouver real estate market. If you want to voice your opinion or if you don't care for Ian's comments please email your feedback to ianwatt@ianwatt.ca and visit http://www.ianwatt.ca/RealEstateVideos for all the Ian Watt Real Estate Video Blogs. Please note that opinions, real estate practices, prices and data always changes over time, so please keep in mind the date when this video was published as the information could have become irrelevant over the past days, months and years. Copyright iWatt Media © All Rights Reserved 2011 http://www.iwatt.ca/ .


 

Vancouver Condo Real Estate Video Blog #697 - December 12, 2011

The Glamorization of the Real Estate Business isn't Reality TV

 
Ian Watt video blogs about the glamorization of the real estate industry doesn't depict the day to day obstacles that realtors face, nor does it educate people on how real estate should be held, invested and sold. If you want to voice your opinion or if you don't care for Ian's comments please email your feedback to ianwatt@ianwatt.ca and visit http://www.ianwatt.ca/RealEstateVideos for all the Ian Watt Real Estate Video Blogs. Please note that opinions, real estate practices, prices and data always changes over time, so please keep in mind the date when this video was published as the information could have become irrelevant over the past days, months and years. Copyright iWatt Media © All Rights Reserved 2011 http://www.iwatt.ca/ .

 


Vancouver Condo Real Estate Video Blog #695 - November 21, 2011

Wait until January to Sell Your Vancouver Condo


Ian Watt video blogs about even though the season is beginning to wind down for the year, many sellers are inquiring about placing their Vancouver Condos on the market. Ian's suggestion is that people wait until mid January to sell their condos to capture maximum exposure and a greater number of buyers. If you want to voice your opinion or if you don't care for Ian's comments please email your feedback to ianwatt@ianwatt.ca and visit http://www.ianwatt.ca/RealEstateVideos for all the Ian Watt Real Estate Video Blogs. Please note that opinions, real estate practices, prices and data always changes over time, so please keep in mind the date when this video was published as the information could have become irrelevant over the past days, months and years. Copyright iWatt Media © All Rights Reserved 2011 http://www.iwatt.ca/ .

 


Vancouver Condo Real Estate Video Blog #694 - November 14, 2011

Seriously? The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver says No Domains?

Ian Watt video blogs about how he included the domain  http://www.electricavenue.ca/ in his description of a listing in one of his MLS listings so all the interested parties could find all the strata documents which were posted by the Electric Avenue strata council. Unfortunately the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver says no domains are to be included on the MLS listings - no transparency - which is completely opposite of how the modern world is going and what the real estate consumers expect. If you want to voice your opinion or if you don't care for Ian's comments please email your feedback to ianwatt@ianwatt.ca and visit http://www.ianwatt.ca/RealEstateVideos for all the Ian Watt Real Estate Video Blogs. Please note that opinions, real estate practices, prices and data always changes over time, so please keep in mind the date when this video was published as the information could have become irrelevant over the past days, months and years. Copyright iWatt Media © All Rights Reserved 2011 http://www.iwatt.ca/ .

 


Vancouver Condo Real Estate Video Blog #693 - November 7, 2011

Fantastic News for Real Estate but Bad News for Crappy Realtors

Ian Watt video blogs about how the Competition Bureau is pushing to open up VOW which means you wont need to use a realtor to find past sales as all the information will be opened up to the consumer. More information about the childish fight between Realtors and the competition Commissioner here. If you want to voice your opinion or if you don't care for Ian's comments please email your feedback to ianwatt@ianwatt.ca and visit http://www.ianwatt.ca/RealEstateVideos for all the Ian Watt Real Estate Video Blogs. Please note that opinions, real estate practices, prices and data always changes over time, so please keep in mind the date when this video was published as the information could have become irrelevant over the past days, months and years. Copyright iWatt Media © All Rights Reserved 2011 http://www.iwatt.ca/ .

 

Vancouver Condo Real Estate Video Blog #690 - October 10, 2011

Attention Sellers - Completion Day Doesn't Mean Payday for You

 

Ian Watt video blogs about how some Vancouver condo sellers think that the can hold back the keys to their condos on possession day and wait until their lawyers transfer their money in to their personal bank accounts. Unfortunately there is nothing written in the contract that states you can hold back the keys until you are paid. If you want to voice your opinion or if you don't care for Ian's comments please email your feedback to ianwatt@ianwatt.ca and visit http://www.ianwatt.ca/RealEstateVideos for all the Ian Watt Real Estate Video Blogs. Please note that opinions, real estate practices, prices and data always changes over time, so please keep in mind the date when this video was published as the information could have become irrelevant over the past days, months and years. Copyright iWatt Media © All Rights Reserved 2011 http://www.iwatt.ca/ .

 



Vancouver Condo Real Estate Video Blog #689 - October 3, 2011

Sell When There Are No Condos Like Yours For Sale

 

Ian Watt video blogs about how real estate is contagious and listings always produce more listings. However, its always best to sell your Vancouver condo when you have no competition out there as far as similar condos are concerned. If you want to voice your opinion or if you don't care for Ian's comments please email your feedback to ianwatt@ianwatt.ca and visit http://www.ianwatt.ca/RealEstateVideos for all the Ian Watt Real Estate Video Blogs. Please note that opinions, real estate practices, prices and data always changes over time, so please keep in mind the date when this video was published as the information could have become irrelevant over the past days, months and years. Copyright iWatt Media © All Rights Reserved 2011 www.iWatt.ca .


 


Vancouver Condo Real Estate Video Blog #688 - September 26, 2011

So What Does Lowballing Look Like Downtown Vancouver?

Ian Watt video blogs about how the average condo sale price in 2011, if its well priced, sells between 95 to 98% of asking price, depending on its price category. If you want to voice your opinion or if you don't care for Ian's comments please email your feedback to ianwatt@ianwatt.ca and visit http://www.ianwatt.ca/RealEstateVideos for all the Ian Watt Real Estate Video Blogs. Please note that opinions, real estate practices, prices and data always changes over time, so please keep in mind the date when this video was published as the information could have become irrelevant over the past days, months and years. Copyright iWatt Media © All Rights Reserved 2011 www.iWatt.ca .


 


Vancouver Condo Real Estate Video Blog #687 - September 19, 2011

A Rental Restriction Proposal for Vancouver Condos

Ian Watt video blogs about a rental restriction proposal suggestion that may actually get passed for your Vancouver condo's next AGM - rentals permitted after 1 or 2 years of ownership. Realtors are there to market your condo and help you achieve the best price possible for the present market conditions. If you want to voice your opinion or if you don't care for Ian's comments please email your feedback to ianwatt@ianwatt.ca and visit http://www.ianwatt.ca/RealEstateVideos for all the Ian Watt Real Estate Video Blogs. Please note that opinions, real estate practices, prices and data always changes over time, so please keep in mind the date when this video was published as the information could have become irrelevant over the past days, months and years. Copyright iWatt Media © All Rights Reserved 2011 www.iWatt.ca .

 


Vancouver Condo Real Estate Video Blog #686 - September 11, 2011

Realtor Commissions for Condo Pre-Sales Are Doubling 


Ian Watt video blogs about how Realtor Commissions for Condo Pre-Sales Are Doubling which is a sign of desperation in the Vancouver condo project and pre-sale market. If you want to voice your opinion or if you don't care for Ian's comments please email your feedback to ianwatt@ianwatt.ca and visit http://www.ianwatt.ca/RealEstateVideos for all the Ian Watt Real Estate Video Blogs. Please note that opinions, real estate practices, prices and data always changes over time, so please keep in mind the date when this video was published as the information could have become irrelevant over the past days, months and years. Copyright iWatt Media © All Rights Reserved 2011 www.iWatt.ca .

 
 

 

Vancouver Condo Real Estate Video Blog #685 - August 29, 2011

An Offer is Only a First Right of Refusal

Ian Watt video blogs about how about with real estate in Downtown Vancouver, a subject offer is only a first right of refusal. It doesn't lock anyone in to anything until the subjects are removed and the deposit cheque is handed over. If you want to voice your opinion or if you don't care for Ian's comments please email your feedback to ianwatt@ianwatt.ca and visit http://www.ianwatt.ca/RealEstateVideos for all the Ian Watt Real Estate Video Blogs. Please note that opinions, real estate practices, prices and data always changes over time, so please keep in mind the date when this video was published as the information could have become irrelevant over the past days, months and years. Copyright iWatt Media © All Rights Reserved 2011 www.iWatt.ca .

 

 


Vancouver Condo Real Estate Video Blog #684 - August 22, 2011

Do a Re-List for a Price Reductions for Your Vancouver Condo

Ian Watt video blogs about how if you are going to do a price reduction, it may be better to do a cancellation and a re-list so your exposure i much greater to those buyers on an auto-notification. If you want to voice your opinion or if you don't care for Ian's comments please email your feedback to ianwatt@ianwatt.ca and visit http://www.ianwatt.ca/RealEstateVideos for all the Ian Watt Real Estate Video Blogs. Please note that opinions, real estate practices, prices and data always changes over time, so please keep in mind the date when this video was published as the information could have become irrelevant over the past days, months and years. Copyright iWatt Media © All Rights Reserved 2011 www.iWatt.ca .

 




Vancouver Condo Real Estate Video Blog #683 - August 15, 2011

Downtown Vancouver Presale Condos Are Still Overpriced

 

Ian Watt video blogs about how someone recently purchased (according to the MLS) a 573 square foot presale condo in Downtown Vancouver for $488,000 plus applicable taxes when the condo market is quite quiet and there is a lot of good inventory for sale at much cheaper prices. If you want to voice your opinion or if you don't care for Ian's comments please email your feedback to ianwatt@ianwatt.ca and visit http://www.ianwatt.ca/RealEstateVideos for all the Ian Watt Real Estate Video Blogs. Please note that opinions, real estate practices, prices and data always changes over time, so please keep in mind the date when this video was published as the information could have become irrelevant over the past days, months and years. Copyright iWatt Media © All Rights Reserved 2011 www.iWatt.ca .




Vancouver Condo Real Estate Video Blog #682 - August 8, 2011

Don't Do An Inspection on Your Vancouver Condo Until...

 

Ian Watt video blogs about how you should always do an inspection when you are buying a Vancouver condo but don't do the inspection until you have read all the strata documents as the minutes will certainly give you an idea if this building has major issues or not.  If you want to voice your opinion or if you don't care for Ian's comments please email your feedback to ianwatt@ianwatt.ca and visit http://www.ianwatt.ca/RealEstateVideos for all the Ian Watt Real Estate Video Blogs. Please note that opinions, real estate practices, prices and data always changes over time, so please keep in mind the date when this video was published as the information could have become irrelevant over the past days, months and years. Copyright iWatt Media © All Rights Reserved 2011 www.iWatt.ca .





Vancouver Condo Real Estate Video Blog #681 - August 2, 2011

The Vancouver Condo Market Seems to be Shifting to a Buyers Market?

Ian Watt video blogs about how the Vancouver condo is slowly shifting from a balanced market to a buyers market which is great news if you are selling your house and downsizing to a condo.  If you want to voice your opinion or if you don't care for Ian's comments please email your feedback to ianwatt@ianwatt.ca and visit http://www.ianwatt.ca/RealEstateVideos for all the Ian Watt Real Estate Video Blogs. Please note that opinions, real estate practices, prices and data always changes over time, so please keep in mind the date when this video was published as the information could have become irrelevant over the past days, months and years. Copyright iWatt Media © All Rights Reserved 2011 iWatt Media.

 




Vancouver Condo Real Estate Video Blog #680 - July 25, 2011 

How Long Does It Take to Sell Your Vancouver Condo? 

Ian Watt video blogs about how long it takes to sell a Vancouver condo if the property is priced correctly.  If you want to voice your opinion or if you don't care for Ian's comments please email your feedback to ianwatt@ianwatt.ca and visit http://www.ianwatt.ca/RealEstateVideos for all the Ian Watt Real Estate Video Blogs. Please note that opinions, real estate practices, prices and data always changes over time, so please keep in mind the date when this video was published as the information could have become irrelevant over the past days, months and years. Copyright iWatt Media © All Rights Reserved 2011 www.iWatt.ca .





Vancouver Condo Real Estate Video Blog #679 - July 21, 2011

Is the Vancouver Condo Market Starting to Soften?

 

Ian Watt video blogs about how there have been 1121 Cancellations and Terminations so far this year in Yaletown, Downtown, Gastown, West End and Coal Harbour, which means sellers are just not achieving their prices and are either cancelling and relishing at a new price or waiting until the market conditions change. If you want to voice your opinion or if you don't care for Ian's comments please email your feedback to ianwatt@ianwatt.ca and visit http://www.ianwatt.ca/RealEstateVideos for all the Ian Watt Real Estate Video Blogs. Please note that opinions, real estate practices, prices and data always changes over time, so please keep in mind the date when this video was published as the information could have become irrelevant over the past days, months and years. Copyright iWatt Media © All Rights Reserved 2011 www.iWatt.ca .

 
 



Vancouver Condo Real Estate Video Blog #678 - July 11, 2011

3 Things That Are Important in Finding a Realtor for Your Vancouver Condo

Ian Watt video blogs about how there are 3 things that are important when finding a realtor; 1. is your realtor in the top percentage that is important to you?, 2. does your realtor specialize in your area?, 3. do you like your realtor? If you want to voice your opinion or if you don't care for Ian's comments please email your feedback to ianwatt@ianwatt.ca and visit http://www.ianwatt.ca/RealEstateVideos for all the Ian Watt Real Estate Video Blogs. Please note that opinions, real estate practices, prices and data always changes over time, so please keep in mind the date when this video was published as the information could have become irrelevant over the past days, months and years. Copyright iWatt Media © All Rights Reserved 2011 www.iWatt.ca .

 
 




Vancouver Condo Real Estate Video Blog #677 - July 7, 2011

Vancouver Condo Market Wont See Huge Price Increases Until...

Ian Watt video blogs about how he believes that we won't see huge price increases in the Downtown Vancouver Condo Market until we see the transfer of wealth with the passing of the Baby Boomers. When the Baby Boomer generation starts dying and transferring cash to the younger generation then the unattainable condos in Downtown Vancouver, for most buyers, will start to become in reach. If you want to voice your opinion or if you don't care for Ian's comments please email your feedback to ianwatt@ianwatt.ca and visit http://www.ianwatt.ca/RealEstateVideos for all the Ian Watt Real Estate Video Blogs. Please note that opinions, real estate practices, prices and data always changes over time, so please keep in mind the date when this video was published as the information could have become irrelevant over the past days, months and years. Copyright iWatt Media © All Rights Reserved 2011 www.iWatt.ca .





Vancouver Condo Real Estate Video Blog #676 - June 30, 2011

Yaletown Boutique Condo with an A Class Building, Location and Demographic

 

Ian Watt video blogs about how if you are looking for a Yaletown Boutique Condo with an A Class Building, A Class Location and an A Class Demographic residing there, you may on have 2 choices, the Concord at 1328 Marinaside Crescent and the Erickson at 1560 Homer Mews. If you want to voice your opinion or if you don't care for Ian's comments please email your feedback to ianwatt@ianwatt.ca and visit http://www.ianwatt.ca/RealEstateVideos for all the Ian Watt Real Estate Video Blogs. Please note that opinions, real estate practices, prices and data always changes over time, so please keep in mind the date when this video was published as the information could have become irrelevant over the past days, months and years. Copyright iWatt Media © All Rights Reserved 2011 www.iWatt.ca .